Punctuating the “Coreography Council VOL III” festivities on November 26 at Square Records will be a live performance by the darlings of Akron rock and roll, As If, in support of their new self-titled EP. After cutting their teeth in Highland Square for the past four years, it only makes sense to the members of the band that their first release — produced by Ben Vehorn at Tangerine Sound — corresponds with an event that showcases so many of the artists, writers and fellow musicians that give Highland Square its unique voice. “The EP’s been a labor of love over the past six mo...
In two short weeks, Boardman's Vintage Estate Wine and Beer will welcome their annual Pumpkin beer tasting for all attendees to enjoy. On Oct. 8, Vintage Estate will hold its second annual Blind Pumpkin Beer Taste from 4 to 8pm. Those who participate will have access to at least 12 different pumpkin brews rating each on a variety of several characteristics to determine the best with the highest score being declared the winner. To add to the whole “blind” factor, Vintage Estate's Phil and Sandy Seda, will no identify the beers before attendees will taste them. Last year, Weyerbacher...
Art in the Square is the perfect festival for Highland Square residents and neighboring areas to celebrate the arts and all things Akron. Musical performances are scheduled from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. across three outdoor stages and several indoor venues. In the past, activities at Art in the Square have included tai chi, yoga, storytelling, chalk-art contests, burger-eating contests and pet beauty pageants. While planning is still underway for this year’s festivities, festival-goers can expect a packed day. Art in the Square has been a breeding ground for the arts in the eclectic Highland Squ...
Trying to find something inimitable compared to your normal Friday night route? Then head to Cleveland for something that doesn’t usually happen everyday. Tonight, Cleveland’s Aperture: A Photography and Variety Store will present an evening of what is sure to be a stellar photography exhibit created by the use of plastic, toy, and Lomo cameras. Entitled Lo-Fi Heartbeat, the exhibit features work from Northeast Ohio's top Analogue Photographers, all with a different view through their lens. Lo-Fi Heartbeat features the work of Amber J. Anderson, Suzanne Cofer, Elisabeth Dare, Scott...
Local heavy metal grunge rockers Groove Pipe will be releasing their newest, long awaited cd. Come out for an awesome evening full of some of the best local music you could hope to hear! Be part of the festivities and help Groove Pipe celebrate all evening! MORE INFO HERE...
Ever try to use canned food in place of your legos as a kid? Well, a handful of local artists, architects, contractors, companies and engineers have done just that to create work for CANstruction. Six teams are using 16,000 cans to create six unique designs including a VW bus, a ballpark mascot and a spiral. All cans will then be donated to the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. Build day occurred earlier this week at We Galley on 20 N. High Street in Akron. The Akron ArtWalk will take place this Saturday between 5-7pm and will make a stop at the location. The exhibit is free and open to the p...
Cleveland's two most well-known breweries unite for an exclusive IPA and Pale Ale event. Great Lakes Brewing Company and Fat Head's Brewery will offer up an in-depth look at their most prized offerings on Thursday, March 31 from 7 to 9 pm at the Great Lakes Brewing Company Tasting Room (across from Dave's Supermarket) located at 2516 Market Ave in Cleveland. Cost is $30 per person, which includes both tax and gratuity. Attendees will receive between six to eight 7 oz. tastings of Fat Head's and Great Lakes Brewing Company's IPAs and Pale Ales along with a guest beer from Fat Head's Brewery....
Alright so we have your weekend set out for you already. To kick start the First Friday festivities on March 4, ArtsinStark will begin their Annual Arts Campaign by throwing a free party at the Canton Palace Theatre (605 Market Avenue North). On hand for the event will be Ben Stansbury and his puppet players. To seize your hunger, free hot dogs, soda and popcorn will be available at the half hour event. The party will be a great lead-in to March’s First Friday in the Canton Arts District where more than 30 artist galleries and studios will be open to greet visitors along with more than ...
